Our Animals
The Animals
There are a variety of animals here at TIE Counselling: Chickens, Guinea pigs, Rabbits, Horses and our “therapup” Weasel. However, with our relocation to Cornwall, currently Animal Assisted Therapy will only involve Weasel or Lizzie on a Walk and Talk/ Nature therapy session. Check back here in Autumn 2025 to see the array of animals that you are able to work with at the TIE Counselling base.
Weasel
Weasel loves being part of therapy sessions. She is quite confident and will always be very happy to see you. Weasel will spend part of the session having a cuddle, if you would like, but will usually take herself off when she has had enough. She is good at setting her own boundaries and knowing what is important to her. Weasel is great if you are feeling anxious to ground you or to refocus your attention.
Lizzie
Lizzie is a gentle soul who, with her background, finds it hard to really open up to people initially. She has suffered many rejections and protects herself by appearing more shut down.
Once you get to know Lizzie and earn her trust, she will start to show you some of her cheeky side! Lizzie shows us the importance of love, gentleness and compassion. She is a remarkable older lady who lights up the lives of everyone around her.